Sep 8, 2025

Kay Blevins,72, of Wellston, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at the Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. , She was born on August 25, 1953, in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of the late Kenneth and Harriet Odette (Edwards) Heeter. Kay graced the world with her warmth and kindness, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing...

Sep 3, 2025

Cliff Baldwin, 64, of Glenroy, passed away peacefully at home on September 3, 2025, following an extended illness. He was born on July 15, 1961, in Toledo, Ohio, son of the late Clifford Guy Baldwin and Marianne (Kalquist) Rippeth, who survives. He leaves behind a legacy of love and memories that will forever be etched into the hearts of his...

Aug 12, 2025

Garnie Mullins, 84, of Middleport, passed away on August 12, 2025, at his home. He was born on May 18, 1941, in Dickenson County, Virginia, son of the late William and Inas Mullins. He resided there until moving to Gallia County, Ohio in 2010. He was a devoted husband, dad, and papaw. Lovingly known as "Pappy" to the whole family,...

Aug 8, 2025

Barbara Ann Waldron, 89, of McArthur, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at the Four Winds Community in Jackson. She was born on November 24, 1935, in Edmond, West Virginia, daughter of the late Harry and Mabel (Walker) Wood. Barbara retired from the Austin Powder Company after 28 years of service. She and her husband Ray were charter members...

Aug 7, 2025

Wanda Nicole Moore, 35, of Jackson, passed away on August 7, 2025, at her home due to natural causes. She was born September 15, 1989, in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of Todd Moore and the late Bonnie (Dowler) Belcher. Wanda Nicole was a 2008 graduate of Jackson High School and spent most of her vocation working with people with intellectual disabilities....

Jul 18, 2025

Wendy L. Copas, 60, of Jackson, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025, at Doctor’s West Hospital in Columbus. She was born April 19, 1965, in Oak Hill, Ohio, daughter of the late Lloyd and Ruth Ann (Barlow) Baker. Wendy was formerly employed with Jackson City Schools as a bus driver and cashier. She was a very sociable person,...

Jun 30, 2025

Connie Sue Potts, 77, of Jackson, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, at her home. She was born May 22, 1948, in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of the late Raymond and Ruth (Warner) Collins. A Christian by faith, Connie attended Grace Baptist Fellowship in Wellston. She enjoyed crafts, sewing, cooking, and watching her favorite television show, Gunsmoke. Most of...

Jun 23, 2025

Joseph David Nelson, 85, of McArthur, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025, following an extended illness. He was born June 11, 1940, in Somerville, Massachusetts, son of the late Joseph Charles and Alice (Pacheco) Nelson.  Joey proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and worked as an oil burner technician for many years. He will...

May 12, 2025

Larry L. Walburn, 91, of Wellston, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe. Born on October 30, 1933, and raised in Wellston, Ohio, Larry was the beloved son of the late Thomas and Lydian (Hamer) Walburn.

A proud lifelong resident of Wellston, Larry dedicated his life to serving the...

May 2, 2025

George E. Shifflet, 91, of Wellston, passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025, at his home. He was born October 17, 1933, in Alice, Ohio, son of the late George W. and Dora M. (McKenzie) Shifflet. He was a graduate of Wilkesville High School, class of 1952. A Korean War veteran, George proudly served his country in the United...

May 1, 2025

David Mark McCarter, 70, of Jackson, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at his home. He was born August 17, 1954, in Wellston, Ohio, son of the late Roy and Inez (Jackson) McCarter. David was an extremely hard worker who spent most of his life trucking or cutting timber. When he was younger, he could often be found...

Apr 16, 2025

Michael R. Harvey, 51, of Glenroy, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at his home. He was born January 24, 1974, in Gallipolis, Ohio, son of the late Harold Harvey and Luella (Seymour) Harvey McManaway, who survives. Michael enjoyed various sports, especially the Cincinnati Reds. He could often be found playing his guitar and singing or exercising and...

Apr 14, 2025

Timothy Wojdacz, 74, of Wellston, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, at his home. He was born December 5, 1950, in Lorain, Ohio, son of the late Julius and Margaret (Persensky) Wojdacz. Tim attended General Motors Institute and obtained his bachelor's degree in engineering. He worked 32 years in that field, most recently retiring from the City of...

Apr 11, 2025

Lyman George Pire, 57, of Wellston, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Jenkins Care Community in Wellston. He was born January 9, 1968, in Warsaw, New York, son of the late James Arnold Pire and Frances Mary Jackson Pire. Lyman proudly served his Country in the United States Army and was currently employed at Jenkins Care Community...

Mar 8, 2025

Kathy L. Rainer, 66, of Wellston, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at her home. She was born July 18, 1958, in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of the late Leo and Mary (Coyle) Cheatwood. Kathy was an animal lover and had many wonderful pets throughout the years. She adored her grandchildren, enjoyed listening to music, and watching “The Voice”...

Feb 24, 2025

Nancy Jones, 80, of Chillicothe, formerly of Wellston, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025, at the Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe. She was born June 10, 1944, in Chillicothe, Ohio, daughter of the late Dale and Myrtle (Stewert) Lamb. Nancy was a homemaker who proudly raised her children, leaving them a legacy of hard work, faithfulness, and...

Feb 22, 2025

Private family arrangements have been completed for Kris Conger, 73, of Oak Hill who passed away February 22, 2025, at her home.

Feb 21, 2025

Linda J. Chesser, 54, of Hamden, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025, at the Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. She was born April 8, 1970, in Lancaster, Ohio, daughter of Gene Mulhern and Minnie (Hollingshead) Salmons, who survive. Linda was a very talented person who enjoyed painting and crafting. She had a love of learning and could often...

Feb 21, 2025

Private arrangements have been completed for Deborah McManis, 73, of Jackson, who passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025, at her home.

Jan 28, 2025

Brenda L. Wilcox, 68, of Creola, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe. She was born December 6, 1956, in Circleville, Ohio, daughter of the late Alva and Gladys (Brady) Layton. Brenda was proudly employed by the Vinton County Local School District as a bus driver for the last 23 years....